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Awarding the sentence, the court called the "guru" a "wild beast" who didn't even spare his "pious" disciples.

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Sirsa Deputy Commissioner Prabhjot Singh's statement

Prabhjot Singh said: "The 18 girls, all minors, said they were happy and did not want to come out. The girls, who come from different areas, said they felt safe inside. We found them healthy. Yesterday, 34 boys were taken out."

Normal life returns to Sirsa

Prabhjot Singh said: "Internet services have also been restored. Educational institutions and banks have re-opened, and the people are busy in their day-to-day work. However, the army, paramilitary forces and police have been deployed at various areas in the city as a precautionary measure."

Dera HQSeveral Dera members sent to their destinations

Speaking about other steps they have taken, Sirsa DC Prabhjot Singh said the district authorities have also sent about 650 Dera members to their respective destinations.

Adding peace is prevailing in Sirsa, Singh stated curfew has also been relaxed up to 7:00 PM, except on the roads leading to Dera.

There are reportedly 250-300 members left in the new Dera ashram.

Old Dera HQ almost vacated

Officials say the old Dera headquarters is nearly empty. So, the Army and security forces are now deployed at the new Dera HQ. They have set up barricades at a 500m radius from the new ashram. Followers are being urged to leave the premises.